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Pharmacists Salary in California
Ranked #1 of 51 · CA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of pharmacistss in California earn between $90,560 and $213,820. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean pharmacists salary in California is $162,340, about 15.2% above the U.S. average ($140,920). That works out to roughly $78/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Napa, CA | $200,580 | $186,750 | 180 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $199,040 | $190,370 | 1,960 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $177,410 | $184,540 | 3,670 |
| San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA | $172,860 | $168,490 | 240 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $172,680 | $169,660 | 2,310 |
| Hanford-Corcoran, CA | $171,900 | $163,300 | 90 |
| Vallejo, CA | $170,870 | $169,600 | 350 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $170,570 | $175,910 | 330 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do pharmacists make in California?
The median pharmacists salary in California is $164,610 per year (mean $162,340), and about 80% earn between $90,560 and $213,820.
How much do pharmacists make per hour in California?
Roughly $78 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $162,340 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is California a high-paying state for pharmacists?
California ranks #1 of 51 states for pharmacists pay. Its mean salary of $162,340 is about 15.2% above the U.S. average of $140,920.
Which metro areas in California pay pharmacists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in California for pharmacists are Napa, CA ($200,580), San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA ($199,040), San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA ($177,410), by median annual wage.